The Surprising Benefits of a Glass of Orange Juice

The habit of drinking a glass of orange juice can have a considerable effect on your health. If you’re anything like me, then your idea of breakfast heaven includes an ice-cold glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. The trouble is that this sweet citrus drink has been demonised for some time. While oranges themselves are […]

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Hungary, Egypt Explore €200,000 Health Support Project with Ghana

Officials from the Hungarian and Egyptian embassies have paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to discuss opportunities for trilateral cooperation aimed at strengthening Ghana’s health sector. At the meeting, the delegation presented a proposed €200,000 medical support initiative designed to provide specialized medical experts and essential medical equipment to […]

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HIV Infections Continue to Rise in Ashanti Despite Interventions

Health authorities in the Ashanti Region have expressed worry about the continuous increase in HIV infections among residents, despite various interventions to control the spread. The Ghana AIDS Commission’s (GAC) regional estimates showed the Ashanti region recording 2,997 new HIV infections in 2024, with an average of about nine people contracting the virus each day. […]

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UGMC Engages MahamaCares to Become Ghana’s First Quaternary Medical Centre

Management of the University of Ghana Medical Centre Ltd. (UGMC) has begun discussions with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as MahamaCares, to support the upgrade of the Centre into Ghana’s first quaternary medical facility. Welcoming the UGMC delegation, the Administrator of the Fund, Madam Obuobia Darko-Opoku, reaffirmed MahamaCares’ commitment to collaboration and partnership […]

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“Many Parkinson’s Patients Are Mistaken for Drunkards” — Franklin Cudjoe Speaks Out

There is a lot to learn about chronic diseases and what we should do about them. For instance, in my interaction with Dr. Vida Nadwos Obese , one of only 15 neurologists in Ghana and Deputy Health Minister Hon. Grace Ayensu-Danquah  today, I learned that many doctors often misdiagnose the symptoms of Parkinson’s, suggesting patients […]

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Nestlé Baby Food in Ghana Safe Despite European Recall-FDA

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has assured the public that Nestlé infant formula products sold through legitimate retail channels in Ghana are safe, despite reports of a recall of certain Nestlé baby food products in some European countries. In a press release dated January 8, 2026, the FDA said its attention had been drawn […]

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NACP: HIV remains a generalised epidemic in Ghana

The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) has raised alarm over rising HIV infections in Ghana, with new data showing disproportionately high prevalence among key populations, including female sex workers, men who have sex with men, and transgender women. Speaking on Breakfast Daily on Channel One  TV on Friday, January 9, 2026, the Head of Prevention, […]

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Parkinson’s, Public Mockery and Our Humanity: A Reflection on Franklin Cudjoe

Yesterday felt deeply un-Ghanaian. I cringed watching people circulate clips and hurl insults at Franklin Cudjoe over his hand gestures and movements during a TV interview. It was cruel, ignorant, and unnecessary. I kept asking myself: when will my uncle tell his own story? Parkinson’s is still poorly understood by many, and public figures often […]

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IMANI President Franklin Cudjoe opens up about living with Parkinson’s

The Founder and President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has disclosed that he has been living with Parkinson’s disease for the past eight years. In a personal post, Mr. Cudjoe said he had earlier revealed at the beginning of the year that he was managing a movement disorder, which he has now confirmed as Parkinson’s. […]

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Nestle recalls some baby formula products over toxin fears

Nestle has recalled some baby formula products over concerns they contain a toxin which can cause food poisoning. The food and drink giant said specific batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula were not safe to be fed to babies. It said the batches potentially contain cereulide, which can cause nausea and vomiting […]

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